January 03, 2018

I'm 7 Weeks From My Marathon and Sick—What Should I Do?

January 03, 2018/ Mark Remy

Also: What does that old "below the neck" rule mean, anyway?

March 14, 2017

Do Elites Use GPS Watches in Marathons?

March 14, 2017/ Mark Remy

And do they really run tangents that much better than we do?

November 16, 2016

How Do I Confront Someone About Using a Friend's Race Bib?

November 16, 2016/ Mark Remy

Make your objections heard without coming across as what experts call an "asshole."

May 17, 2016

My Son Wants to Run a Marathon. Can You Suggest a Training Plan?

May 17, 2016/ Mark Remy

Yes—find one for a half-marathon.

March 22, 2016

Can 3 Short Runs in One day Count as a 'Long Run'?

March 22, 2016/ Mark Remy

You bet they can—and think about how awesome you are for even asking.

November 18, 2015

Why Do Finish-Line Volunteers Ask Questions That You Can't Answer?

November 18, 2015/ Mark Remy

Because volunteers and staff at the finish lines of races are sick, sick people.

November 13, 2015

I Run/Walk My Marathons; Should My Goal Be to Run the Whole Way?

November 13, 2015/ Mark Remy

Some people may scoff at your run/walk method, suggesting that you didn't really "run" a marathon...

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